Does my new landlord have the right to deny my application because my service dog is a pitbull

A landlord cannot refuse to accommodate a service dog simply because of the breed. There must be a reason to believe that a particular dog would...

Animal control officer killed my dog they arnt allowed to carry guns what can I do

If you have any evidence that the officer shot the dog despite there being no apparent threat, then such a claim could be possible. Unless there...

Should I be considered liable ?

Under a comparative negligence system such as most states follow, an injured party may be partially at fault for their injuries and still recover...

Automatic doors that strike pedestrians cause a significant number of personal injury accidents. Doors must be inspected regularly and are subject...

My next door neighbor's dog bit and tore off my dog's leg

Allowing an aggressive dog to dig under a border fence would be a failure to use reasonable care to prevent foreseeable harm, which is negligence....

Should a plea of not guilty, no contest or guilty be given?

I suggest contacting a criminal defense lawyer for advice immediately and not appearing in court or making any other decisions without an attorney....

Hi all, I have a question about dogs and "pets in general" in regards to being percieved as "property" when it comes to federal

I agree with you that the legal status of animals as property should be revised. You may want to consider supporting efforts to change this...

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Can I sue the man who sexually assaulted me or the the person who allowed him to stay in the apartment?

Yes, intentional touching without consent such as you have described is the tort of battery and can be the basis for a civil action as well as...

I fell down ten steps in our apartment. they are very step, had surgery which cost three thousand and therapy, and lost work,

I suggest contacting a personal injury lawyer in your state. Most will provide an initial consultation to evaluate the facts of your potential case...

What is the penalty for buying prescription medicine online?

You have posted this question under Medical Malpractice, but you are really asking a question related to the risk that you will be prosecuted for...